Graduate Development Program, Associate Analyst, New York Finance & Regulatory

National Grid Plc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 73,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Student loan repayment assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

National Grid in New York is seeking an Associate Analyst for the Finance & Regulatory team to analyze financial performance, assist planning and forecasting, and produce insights that guide business and regulatory decisions.

You will collaborate across Finance, Regulatory, and NY business units to drive data-driven recommendations, improve reporting, and leverage automation for efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027.
• Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027.
• Work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting by analyzing results and key business drivers to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare financial analysis, reporting, and supporting materials for New York regulatory activities, including rate cases and regulatory filings.
• Partner with Finance, Regulatory, and broader NY business to gather, validate, and interpret financial/operational data.
• Create reports and presentations communicating financial performance to varied audiences.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting, streamline processes, and leverage AI/automation for efficiency.
• Participate in projects exposing you to National Grid's Finance, regulatory environment, and NY operations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business

Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SAP

Job description

About the Position

Ready to launch your career at the intersection of finance, regulation, and the energy transition? As an Associate Analyst on our New York Finance & Regulatory team, you'll help analyze financial performance, support planning and forecasting activities, and generate insights that inform key business and regulatory decisions. You'll work with colleagues across Finance, Regulatory, and business teams throughout New York, gaining exposure to how National Grid serves customers, makes investments, and measures success.

This role offers a unique opportunity to develop a broad understanding of a regulated utility business while building analytical, financial, and relationship-building skills. Working alongside experienced professionals, you'll gain a holistic view of the business, learn how finance and regulation work together, and turn data into meaningful insights that support affordability, reliability, and innovation for the customers and communities we serve.

What You'll Do

• Support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting by analyzing results and key business drivers to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare financial analysis, reporting, and supporting materials for New York regulatory activities, including rate cases and regulatory filings.
• Partner with colleagues across Finance, Regulatory, and the broader New York business to gather, validate, and interpret financial and operational data.
• Create reports, presentations, and analyses that help communicate financial performance and business insights to a variety of audiences.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting, streamline processes, enhance data quality, and leverage AI and automation tools to drive greater efficiency.
• Participate in projects and assignments that provide exposure to National Grid's Finance organization, regulatory environment, and New York business operations while building a broad understanding of the utility industry.

What You'll Need to Apply

• Bachelors or Master's degree from an accredited institution. Preferably in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027
• Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027
• Work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (such as sponsorship for an H-1B, TN, O, L, STEM OPT, or other employment-based work authorization)

It would be awesome if you had

• Previous internship, co-op, or project experience in finance, regulatory affairs, compliance, audit, or a related field.
• Experience using Excel, Power BI, SAP, or other accounting and financial reporting systems.

What You'll Get in Return

• Structured development opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing feedback to accelerate your career growth
• Exposure to leaders, cross-functional teams, and diverse areas of the business
• Opportunities to build your professional network and develop lasting industry connections
• Meaningful work and real-world experience that provide a strong foundation for a long-term career at National Grid
• Competitive salary ranging from $73,000 to $86,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package
• Financial support for your future through up to $6,000 in student loan repayment assistance and tuition reimbursement benefits of up to $8,000 annually for undergraduate studies and $10,000 annually for graduate studies
• Develop sought-after skills in financial analysis, forecasting, business partnering, and data-driven decision-making through hands-on work that supports key business and regulatory priorities.
• Gain a unique, big-picture view of National Grid's New York business and build a broad professional network through collaboration with Finance, Regulatory, and operational teams.

About the Graduate Development Program

National Grid's Graduate Development Program (GDP) is a year-long development program for recent college graduates who aspire to take on future leadership roles in a dynamic, ever-changing industry. Graduates will shape the future of National Grid. Bringing fresh thinking, new perspectives, and exploring with energy, we'll give you real responsibility and an opportunity to move with purpose from day one - putting the power to supercharge your career in your hands.

Graduates start their careers at National Grid with an in-depth 3-week in-person Orientation which gives you exposure to all parts of the company, allows you to network with your Graduate cohort, GDP alumni, and senior leaders, and provides you with the opportunity to travel throughout our service territory in the northeast US. Following Orientation, you'll begin working in the full-time position outlined below and take part in robust in-person and virtual development activities throughout the year. This includes monthly development sessions, active mentorship, and an intensive and immersive \"Hackathon Project\" where you \"hack\" a real-world National Grid problem.

Finance Rotations

Graduates in our Finance team will take part in a 12-month exploration. Your first 6 months will be in the role outlined below and you will return to this role following a broadening 6-month placement designed to provide you with a breadth of experience within your functional area and accelerate your progression at National Grid. This placement will provide you with the opportunity to solve complex problems and focus on growth that will transform the energy sector as we know it.

About National Grid

National Grid is the critical energy infrastructure company, operating the electricity and gas networks and infrastructures that connects millions of people to the energy they use every day, supporting homes, businesses and communities across Massachusetts and New York.

We know the future of energy won't be shaped by what we know today. It will be shaped by what's possible tomorrow. That's why we're investing in the next generation of talent, giving undergraduates and graduates the opportunity to learn from experts, gain hands‑on experience and contribute to work that matters from day one.

Are you ready to unlock the power of the possible?

More Information

Salary Range
Brooklyn, New York $73,000 - $86,000 a year

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Please note US Colleagues must reside within our existing footprint, which includes Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island and Vermont. As a National Grid employee, you should also reside within a reasonable, commutable distance to your assigned primary office.

Applications close on December 1, 2026. As we review applications on a rolling basis, this posting may close earlier if we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications. Early application is encouraged.

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